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4 Common Causes of Electrical Fires in the Home

Often, electrical wires in your home are hidden, which can make it difficult to know if/when damage has occurred. Damage to electrical wiring can s...

Aug 03, 2022
John Sims
Tags: Safety

4 Power Line Safety Myths Debunked

Power lines are everywhere, but many people don’t know much about them. Common myths and misconceptions about power lines can put people at serious...

May 04, 2022
John Sims
Tags: Safety

4 Common Portable Generator Myths Debunked

Portable generators provide comfort, safety, and peace of mind knowing you have a power source even when the electricity goes out. However, while t...

Apr 27, 2022
John Sims
Tags: Safety Technology

5 Dangerous Mistakes to Avoid During a Power Outage

Power outages may occur for several reasons – storms, accidents, animal interference – but they often happen without warning. In order to prevent d...

Apr 20, 2022
John Sims
Tags: Safety

Your Guide to Power Outage Safety

Power outages are not only inconvenient, they can also bring about several hazards depending on their length and severity. Due to this, it is impor...

Mar 09, 2022
John Sims
Tags: Safety

Rodenticides and Animal Health: What You Need to Know

Rodents such as rats, mice, and squirrels can reign havoc on overhead power and telecommunication lines, as well as your home or business. While pe...

Jan 12, 2022
John Sims
Tags: Safety

3 Dangerous Diseases Spread by Opossums

While opossums are generally nocturnal, it is not uncommon to see them out and near your home during the day throughout the winter season. While th...

Dec 15, 2021
John Sims
Tags: Safety

4 Safety Tips for Utility Workers

There is no doubt that utility workers face many unique challenges and hazards as part of their job responsibilities. Utility work often requires c...

Oct 13, 2021
John Sims
Tags: Safety

5 Dangerous Diseases Spread by Raccoons

Raccoons have increasingly adapted to human settlements, and coming across one or two in your neighborhood is not uncommon. While these critters ma...

Sep 08, 2021
John Sims
Tags: Safety

4 Major Benefits of a Portable Generator

A power outage can be extremely inconvenient, and sometimes even dangerous, for many home and business owners. While some power outages can be prev...

Aug 25, 2021
John Sims
Tags: Safety

Safety Precautions to Take When a Transformer Fails

Weather and wildlife can wreak havoc on important electrical systems and are often the culprits of failed transformers. When a transformer fails, i...

Jun 16, 2021
John Sims
Tags: Safety

4 Dangerous Diseases Spread by Rodents

Rodents are associated with a number of health risks. These small animals can carry many dangerous diseases that can spread directly to humans and ...